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JMarcusBarrington, IL

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Member since: March 2009
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I read a very interesting blog entry between Richard Posner (7th Circuit Court of Appeals Judge) and Gary Becker (U Chicago Nobel Laureate in economics) about the housing crisis and a few of the challenges that the country faces (e.g. determining prices in an illiquid market, the implications of "cram...

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Hometown...: Chicago, IL
You can find me...: reading a book
Surprising fact about me...: I have been playing the cello for 27 years.
Favorite band growing up...: Pink Floyd
Last good book I read...: The Intelligent Asset Allocator (William Bernstein)
My favorite drink...: Macallan 18 neat
Favorite website...: www.wsj.com

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Karastan Area Rug Red Sarouk (Design #785)

“Karastan rugs are bright, vibrant works of art!”

The Karastan Red Sarouk rug that I purchased fits nicely with my decor and works especially well on my hardwood floors. I purchased two Karastan rugs: one 8'8" x 10'6", the other 8'8" x 12'. My intent was to divide one large room in my condo into a living room area and a dining room area. The rugs have helped in this goal. I enjoy the colors that are woven into this run (darker shades with a significant amount of deep red) and I have been pleased with the way that the rugs have held up when I entertain. I would advise a few things if you are in the market for a Karastan area rug: